Aug 24-30: 'Kinky Boots' Musical
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The Tony-award-winning musical Kinky Boots will take you on a ride – from a gentlemen’s shoe factory in England to the fashion capital of Milan. There’ll be over-the-top costumes, fabulous performances and plenty of heart. This is the “hottest musical on Broadway,” (New York Times) after all. Extravagance aside, the musical is ultimately about friendship and determination.
Fri Aug 24-Thu Aug 30, times vary; RMB100-1,080; Tianqiao Performing Arts Centre, see event listing. Buy tickets here.
Aug 25: Beijing Vertical Run 2018
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Step up your running routine, literally, with China World Summit Wing Beijing’s Vertical Run 2018. Compete the full challenge (82 floors) individually as part of a team of 4. Or, if you’re not sure you can handle the full length (fair), try the ‘fun climb’ instead, which covers 19 floors, from 64/F to the rooftop. Sign up quick, before it sells out – the view will be worth the pain.
Sat Aug 25; RMB120-720; China World Summit Wing, see event listing.
Aug 25: Michael Burritt & Polychronies
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Leading percussion soloist Michael Burritt joins Eastman Percussion Group and the Polychronies to present a multilayered performance in a oneoff show this month. The Eastman Percussion Group has won multiple percussion awards and performed at the Paris Conservatory, while the Polychronies is a French ensemble founded in 1998.
Sat Aug 25, 7.30pm; RMB180-480; Concert Hall of NCPA, see event listing.
Aug 25: 'Midnight in Peking' Walking Tour
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In his 2012 Midnight in Peking, author Paul French enthralled readers with his take on the true story of a young woman’s murder from almost a century ago. Whether you’ve read the book or not, you can now relive the unsolved mystery in its original setting in an author-approved walking tour by Bespoke Beiijng. This tour features brand new historical research.
Sat Aug 25, 6.30-9.30pm (tours take place the last Saturday of every month); RMB388/person (to purchase tickets email info@bespoketravelcompany.com), see event listing.
Aug 25: Beijing Flea Market
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The Beijing Flea Market is back for its summer edition this Saturday! The market hosts more than 40 vendors showcasing some of Beijing's best local and independent artists. Shoppers will find unique crafts, baked goods, wine and even a kombucha brewing workshop from 2-3pm for just RMB199 per bottle.
Sat Aug 25, 12-6pm; free entry; TechTemple Sanlitun, see event listing.
Aug 26: Bastille
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British indie-pop band Bastille made waves around the world with their 2013 hit “Pompeii,” which hit No. 2 and No. 5 on the UK and US charts, respectively. The band has opened for Muse, performed as the musical guest on Saturday Night Live and headlined festivals in the UK. In May, Bastille debuted “Quarter Past Midnight,” the first single off their forthcoming studio album slated for release later this year. Expect to hear more material from the upcoming disc at their Beijing show at Tango.
Sun Aug 26, 8pm; RMB480-1,080, Tango, see event listing. Buy tickets here.
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